"Michigan Activists Call for Protest Vote Against Biden Over Israel-Gaza Conflict"

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"Michigan Activists Call for Protest Vote Against Biden Over Israel-Gaza Conflict"
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Michigan activists have launched the "Listen to Michigan" campaign, urging Democrats to vote "uncommitted" in the state's primary to pressure President Joe Biden to support a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The campaign, led by local activists including Layla Elabed, sister of Rep. Rashida Tlaib, criticizes Biden's support for Israel and demands a policy for a permanent cease-fire and re-evaluation of military funding to Israel. They believe that backing a cease-fire is a prerequisite for progressive voters to consider supporting Biden. The movement, which includes more than just the Arab American community, reflects growing discontent with Biden's handling of the conflict, with only 29% of voters approving of his approach.

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